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2026 Apprenticeship – Fitting & Machining
2026 Apprenticeship – Fitting & Machining
Are you ready to ignite your career in fitting and machining?
Join Queensland Alumina Limited (QAL) and step into a world of endless possibilities. Your journey to success begins here!
About The Role
We’re actively seeking passionate and driven first-year applicants to join our 2026 Apprenticeship Program.
During this four-year apprenticeship, you'll receive hands-on training and mentorship from QAL’s experienced workforce, training in our state-of-the-art training facility, diverse working conditions, enrollment in Certificate III in Engineering, Mechanical Fitting and Machining and upon successful completion, a globally recognised qualification in your chosen trade.
About You
These opportunities are available for enthusiastic and motivated individuals wanting to obtain a trade and embark on a career within one of the biggest employers in Gladstone and largest alumina refineries in Australia!
We are eager to engage with people from a diverse range of backgrounds who have a genuine interest in their chosen trade. We are looking for adaptable, positive people that are open to exploring the world of alumina whilst learning something they have a passion for.
What QAL Can Offer You
* Hands-on experience in a leading alumina refinery
* Nationally accredited trade certificate in your chosen field including Certificate III in Engineering, Mechanical Fitting and Machining
* Mentorship from experienced professionals
* Skills & experience for a career in Fitting & Machining
* Working in a team as part of a collaborative & supportive workplace
* Competitive pay with access to employee benefits including Yaralla Lifestyle Package, Subsidised private health cover
Minimum Essential Requirements
* Passed Year 12 with passes in General Mathematics & English
The Ideal Candidate We Are Seeking Will
* Demonstrate interest in their chosen trade through work experience and/or hobbies and interests
* A strong commitment to health & safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainable development
* Have a strong desire to learn and develop a range of new skills associated with their chosen trade, with the ability to manage work and study commitments.
* Be motivated to achieve individual and team goals and objectives with a willingness to actively contribute to attain results.
Key Recruitment Dates
* Applications Close: 11 July 2025
* Assessment Day: 5 August - 8 August 2025
* Aptitude Testing: 11 August -17 August 2025
* Interview: 18 August -22 August 2025
* Pre-employment Medicals: 25 August– 5 Sept 2025
* Start Date: January 2026
Join Us In Gladstone
Located in central Queensland, Gladstone offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with access to education, entertainment, shopping, and medical facilities. Discover the beauty of the Southern Great Barrier Reef and embrace the seaside change!
About QAL
QAL is a global leader in alumina refining, prioritising employee engagement, innovative technology, and excellence in project execution. Our unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards sets us apart in the industry.
Creating An Inclusive And Diverse Workforce
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.
At QAL, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
If you are looking for a new venture and the chance to work for a company that cares about being Safe, Stable and Sustainable, apply today.
Applications close : Friday, 11 July 2025
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Mining
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